La Brea Physical Therapy & Fitness

131 N La Brea Ave Los Angeles CA 90036

About our La Brea Clinic

If you live in the La Brea neighborhood, then our new location has you covered for next-level fitness, recovery, and physical therapy. With state-of-the-art equipment, a spacious interior, and a dedicated team of physical therapists and trainers, our facility is the only one you need regardless of what phase of rehabilitation or fitness you’re in.
Find a highly specialized physical therapist for your condition at our La Brea location, or join one of our award-winning fitness boot camps. Challenge yourself with a new workout challenge, work with your perfect trainer, or experience the best in recovery post-workout – only at Evolution!

Services Offered at Evolution La Brea

Our La Brea location offers a wide variety of physical therapy and fitness services that put your health, fitness, and recovery as priority number one.

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Physical Therapy

At our La Brea facility, you’ll find a range of core physical therapy services in a contemporary, professional setting. Our skilled physical therapists offer a variety of treatments that include manual therapy, medical massage, orthopedic injury rehabilitation, or more specialized options like therapeutic cupping and vestibular rehabilitation therapy. To begin your journey with Evolution La Brea, follow the Request an Appoint Link link below or give us a call at (424) 444-9112.

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Fitness

At La Brea’s Evolution facility, fitness enthusiasts can access top-notch trainers, premium training equipment, and group classes focusing on enhanced movement, form, and overall fitness. Ideal for those seeking a healthier lifestyle or transitioning from injury recovery, starting with our classes or becoming a member couldn’t be easier. To get started with Evolution Fitness, click the Class or La Brea Fitness link below to sign up for classes or purchase a membership.

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Hyrox Training in La Brea

HYROX Training in La Brea offers an inventive approach to fitness by integrating endurance running with functional strength work. Athletes from all levels can benefit from structured workouts that build stamina, efficiency, and resilience. Whether you’re training for an upcoming competition or for your own personal growth, La Brea’s supportive environment helps you reach for whatever you’re aiming for.

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Recovery

At our La Brea location, we offer specialized Recovery services tailored to assist you in returning to sports, exercise, or just the ultimate in relaxation. To begin any of our Recovery treatments, simply click the link below to discover our services and schedule your session.

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Conditions Treated at Our La Brea, CA Location

Physical Therapy at Evolution utilizes cutting edge therapies and different, advanced techniques to treat physical pain, limitations, dysfunctions, or illness. These and many more conditions can be managed by your therapist and care team:

La Brea Physical Therapists and Staff

The following team members are part of the staff in La Brea, CA. For full details on each person, check out our staff page.

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Franklin Ortiz
PT, DPT, OCS
Regional Clinical Director
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Franklin OrtizPT, DPT, OCS
Regional Clinical Director
Education
  • Mount St. Mary’s University
  • BS. Health Science
  • Loma Linda University
  • Doctorate, Physical Therapy
Certifications
  • Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist
Professional Passions
  • Working with a Wide Spectrum of Patients, Clients, and Athletes
  • Muscle Re-Education
  • Movement Screens
  • Strength and Conditioning
  • Advanced Manual Techniques
Personal Passions
  • Family and Spending Time with Loved Ones
  • Service to his Community, Friends, and Patients
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Malia Koppin
PT, DPT, CSCS
Clinical Director
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Malia KoppinPT, DPT, CSCS
Clinical Director
Education
  • The Ohio State University
  • Health Sciences, Health and Wellness
  • Doctorate, Physical Therapy
Certifications
  • Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy
  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
  • Certified Emergency Response for the Athlete (ERA)
  • Certified Functional Dry Needling Level 1
  • Barbell Rehab Method Certified Professional
  • Gait Happens: Functional Gait Specialist Level 1
  • US Center for SafeSport Trained
  • Functional Movement Systems Level 1 & 2
  • Women’s Fitness Specialist
  • Selective Functional Movement Assessment
Professional Passions
  • Endurance Athletes
  • University Students
  • ACL Rehab and Return-to-Sport
  • Foot and Ankle Injuries
  • Runners
  • Running and Cycling Biomechanics
  • Post-Menopausal Athletes
Personal Passions
  • Triathlon
  • Cycling: Road, Gravel, Cyclocross, Mountain, Bikepacking
  • Weight Training
  • Cycling in the Alps
  • Traveling/VanLife
  • Cross Country Skiing
  • Hiking
  • Challenging herself
  • Spending Time with Family, Friends, and Her Cat
  • Trying New Foods and Coffee
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Jason Duong
PT, DPT, CSCS
Physical Therapist
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Jason DuongPT, DPT, CSCS
Physical Therapist
Education
  • West Coast University, Center for Graduate Studies
  • Doctorate, Physical Therapy
Certifications
  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Professional Passions
  • Sports Rehab and Performance
  • Working with Athletes (Primarily Basketball)
  • On-Field/Site Sporting Events
  • Continued Learning at Workshops/Courses
Personal Passions
  • Staying Active
  • Lifting
  • Playing Basketball
  • Reading
  • Podcasts
  • Exploring the Food Scene
  • Cooking
  • Spending Time with his Girlfriend, Friends and Family
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Wonhee Wendy Lee
PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
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Wonhee Wendy LeePT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Education
  • Yonsei University (Korea)
  • BS. Physical Therapy
  • Washington University, St. Louis
  • Doctorate, Physical Therapy
Professional Passions
  • Movement Science
  • Treating a wide range of Populations with Diverse Injuries and Pain
  • Sports Performance and Rehab
  • Runners
  • Extreme Sport Athletes (Surfing, Snowboarding)
Personal Passions
  • Food and Coffee
  • Running
  • Snowboarding
  • Surfing
  • Golfing
  • Spending Time with Friends and Family
  • Music
  • Art Museums
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Katherine Nguyen
PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
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Katherine NguyenPT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Education
  • Colby-Sawyer College
  • BS. Exercise and Sport Science
  • Touro University Nevada
  • Doctorate, Physical Therapy
Professional Passions
  • Functional Training for Rehab
  • Health and Fitness
  • Racquet and Paddle Sport Athletes
  • Injury Prevention
  • Parkinson’s Disease Management
Personal Passions
  • Weightlifting
  • Reformer Pilates and Lagree
  • Pickleball
  • Skiing
  • Hip-Hop Dancing
  • Hiking with her Australian Shepard
  • Trying New Restaurants
  • Traveling
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Shiguma “Sigma” Takeuchi
PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
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Shiguma “Sigma” TakeuchiPT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Education
  • University of Pittsburgh
  • BS. Exercise Science
  • University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, San Marcos
  • Doctorate, Physical Therapy
Professional Passions
  • Sports Performance
  • Manual Therapy
  • Health and Wellness
  • Return-to-Sport
  • Athletes of all Ages
Personal Passions
  • Soccer
  • Badminton
  • Calisthenics
  • Running
  • Shopping
  • Southampton F.C.
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Justin Tong
PT, DPT, OCS
Physical Therapist
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Justin TongPT, DPT, OCS
Physical Therapist
Education
  • San Francisco State University
  • BS. Kinesiology
  • University of Southern California
  • Doctorate, Physical Therapy
Certifications
  • Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
Professional Passions
  • Patient Education
  • Rehabilitating Recreational Athletes and Weekend Warriors
  • Prevention of Future Injuries
  • Manual Therapies
  • Movement Re-Education
  • Health and Fitness
Personal Passions
  • Weight Training
  • Road Cycling
  • Volleyball
  • Dancing
  • Music
  • Friends, Family and Dogs
  • Anything Nerdy
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Shira Siegal
OTR, HTC, PAM, CLT
Occupational Therapist
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Shira SiegalOTR, HTC, PAM, CLT
Occupational Therapist
Education
  • NYU (Cum Laude)
  • BS. Occupational Therapy
Certifications
  • OTR
  • HTC
  • PAM
  • Lymphedema Certification
Professional Passions
  • Making People Feel Better No Matter How Hurt or Ill they are
  • Neurology
  • Orthopaedics
  • Taping and Fixing a Broken Bone
Personal Passions
  • Dancing
  • Swimming
  • Cooking
  • Baking
  • More than anything, Loves her 5 Children and their Children
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Jess Hooper
CPI, RYT
Certified Pilates Instructor
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Jess HooperCPI, RYT
Certified Pilates Instructor
Education
  • Equinox Pilates Training Institute
  • Comprehensive Certified Pilates Instructor 500+ Hrs
Certifications
  • Certified Pilates Instructor
  • RYT® 200 Yoga Instructor
  • CPR/AED Certified
Professional Passions
  • Private Pilates Instruction for Strength and Longevity
  • Rehabilitation and Injury Prevention
  • Movement for Pain Management
  • Personalized Pilates for All Bodies
Personal Passions
  • Finding Independence and Confidence through Movement
  • Rebuilding, Recovering, and Moving Forward with Strength and Intention
  • Navigating Life as a Mom to a Fiercely Independent Tween
  • Early Mornings, Long Walks, and Overpriced Oat Milk Lattes
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Yusuf Kaire
MS, CSCS, CPT
Personal Trainer/Fitness Instructor
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Yusuf KaireMS, CSCS, CPT
Personal Trainer/Fitness Instructor
Education
  • University of Arizona
  • BA. Communications
  • California Baptist University
  • MS. Kinesiology
Certifications
  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
  • Certified Personal Trainer
Professional Passions
  • Strength Training
  • Nutrition
  • Sports Performance
  • Weight Loss
Personal Passions
  • Health and Wellness
  • Technology
  • Weightlifting
  • Basketball
  • Football
  • Music
  • Friends and Family
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Jack McNamara
CPT
Personal Trainer
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Jack McNamaraCPT
Personal Trainer
Education
  • University of Denver
  • NASM-CPT
Certifications
  • Certified Personal Trainer
Professional Passions
  • Building upon Experiences in Training to further Aid Others Along their Fitness Journeys
  • Building his own Team of Trainers who Share a Similar Goal
Personal Passions
  • Sports
  • Climbing
  • Surfing
  • Volleyball
  • Swimming

More About Evolution La Brea

Staff Certifications: See More Details

The staff at Evolution Physical Therapy in La Brea have been certified in the following:
Doctor of Physical Therapy Strength and Conditioning Certification Certified in Manual Therapy Orthopedic Clinical Specialist Certification Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization Certification Movement and Mobility Specialist Certified Certified EMR Sports Certified Specialist

Languages Spoken: See More Details

English
Korean

Scheduling an Appointment (Physical Therapy or Recovery): See More Details

To schedule an appointment for physical therapy or Recovery, you can fill out our form here. You can also call our Los Angles – La Brea location at (424) 444-9112.

Do you offer one-on-one physical therapy? See More Details

Yes, we offer one-on-one (1-on-1) pt at this location.

What to Expect from Your First Appointment: See More Details

For your first visit to our La Brea physical therapy clinic, please arrive 15 minutes early to complete necessary paperwork. To speed up the check-in process, you can fill out the ‘New Patient Form’ here prior to your first appointment. Bring your photo ID, insurance card, comfortable clothing, and any prescriptions from your treating physician. Co-pay, co-insurance and deductible payments are due at the time of service.

Purchase Training, Fitness Classes, or Memberships: See More Details

Click here and select “Class Schedule” to see all of our California Fitness offerings
Click here and choose “Appointments” to access to Personal Training or, alternatively, you may schedule Recovery sessions such as Alter G. You may also set up your fitness assessment via this link.
Click here and choose “Store” for Memberships. The Store offers both packages and membership or you can set up a FREE 7 Day Trial at our Beverly Hills location
Still not sure where to go? You can reach us via this form or call us at our Los Angles – La Brea location: (424) 444-9159.

Insurances Accepted: See More Details

We accept most PPO plans and Medicare. Please call us at 424-303-7647 for details or to check your specific benefits and coverage. We also offer special cash rates.

Areas Served: See More Details

Beverly Hills
West Hollywood
Century City
Westwood
Pico-Robertston
Beverlywood
Melrose
Fairfax
La Brea
Mid-Wilshire
Surrounding Areas

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Mon-Fri: 6:00AM-7:00PM

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